Tabar

The image displays a weathered axe lying on a smooth, light-colored marble surface. The axe features an arched, silver blade connected to a long handle made of bamboo, revealing natural segmentation and a rich caramel color. The handle is wrapped with a dark, textured grip near the top, enhancing the tool's aged yet sturdy appearance. The composition's simplistic backdrop accentuates the rustic, well-used character of the axe.

The image displays a weathered axe lying on a smooth, light-colored marble surface. The axe features an arched, silver blade connected to a long handle made of bamboo, revealing natural segmentation and a rich caramel color. The handle is wrapped with a dark, textured grip near the top, enhancing the tool's aged yet sturdy appearance. The composition's simplistic backdrop accentuates the rustic, well-used character of the axe.

Name/Title

Tabar

Entry/Object ID

41; Full Code: 41.1.11-AX-IM

Tags

Axe, Ruturaj Farm Product

Description

This is a Custom Tabar (Battle Axe), representing a deep personal connection between your land and your collection. While the steel axe head follows the classic Indo-Persian crescent profile, the weapon is unique because the bamboo shaft is harvested from your own farm's growth, making it a "Living Artifact" that bridges your domestic environment with your interest in historical weaponry. Core Components & Personal Craftsmanship The Axe Head: Features a classic crescent-shaped cutting edge with a reinforced hammer-poll on the reverse. The steel shows a "battle-honest" patina with historical pitting, suggesting an antique or traditionally forged origin. The head is secured to the shaft via a robust steel socket that distributes the kinetic force of a strike. The Shaft (Personal Harvest): Crafted from a seasoned "Male" Bamboo culm harvested from your own farm. In your professional "Process reliant" framework, using home-grown material adds a layer of quality control: you know the age, the seasoning process, and the structural integrity of the fibers. The natural nodes (internodes) of the bamboo are prominent, providing built-in ergonomic "stops" for the hands. Structural Reinforcement: The upper section of the shaft, just below the head, is reinforced with a tightly wound cord wrap (Olive Drab). This serves a critical mechanical purpose: it protects the bamboo from "over-strike" damage (where the wood hits the target instead of the blade) and prevents splitting at the socket interface. Tactical Tail: The base of the shaft is finished with a simple, tapered end, maintaining the natural aesthetic of the bamboo while keeping the weapon lightweight and maneuverable.

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Sahib Singh

Date made

circa 2010

Place

City

Amritsar, Punjab

State/Province

Punjab

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Region

North India

Dimensions

Dimension Description

20"

Length

4 in

Material

Steel, Bamboo

Acquisition

Acquisition Method

Custom Made

Place

City

Amritsar, Punjab

State/Province

Punjab